• This Saturday, October 10, the S.B. Dance Alliance will host its annual Dancers Ball, a benefit gala that will raise funds for the organization’s many unique dance programs, education, and scholarships. Attendees will enjoy live entertainment, locally produced food and wine, and dancing throughout the night. The ball starts at 8 p.m. at the S.B. Maritime Museum (113 Harbor Wy.). Tickets are $45-$55/individual, or $75-$100/couples. For more info, call 966-6950 or visit sbdancealliance.org.
• * In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Saks Fifth Avenue is sponsoring a Key to the Cure fundraiser, with an opening night celebration at the store (1001 State St.) on Thursday, October 15, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The night will feature live music, local food and wine, a fashion show, and more. Proceeds benefit several national cancer research centers as well as the Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara. Admission is free. Call 569-9693 for more info.